Minnesota Public Radio Stories

• The Bookshelf: State Sen. Mee Moua
  Sen. Mee Moua, a Democrat from St. Paul, talks about what books have meant the most to her and why.6:50 a.m.
• Sioux Valley Hospital receives huge donation
  People watching the Superbowl around Sioux Falls saw commercials for a newly named hospital system: Sanford Medical. The name comes as a result of one of the largest donations ever made to a health care system. Sioux Valley Hospital announced the 400 million dollar gift by philanthropist T. Denny Sanford on Saturday. Hospital officials say the donation will put the system at the forefront of both treatment and research.7:20 a.m.
• Minnesotans still test driving consumer-driven health plans
  The plans, pairing a high-deductible catastrophic insurance policy with a tax-free health savings account, aren't for everyone.7:25 a.m.
• Stem cells and renewable energy at the Capitol
  Cathy Wurzer talks with Minnesota Public Radio reporter Tom Scheck about upcoming week at the Capitol, including discussion about renewable energy legislation and funding for stem cell research.7:50 a.m.
• How we define design
  It's hard even to be certain about what the term "design" means. So we asked some experts for their definition of design, and got some interesting responses.7:55 a.m.

National Public Radio Stories

• 'Chronicle' Turns Critics into Podcast Poets
  The San Francisco Chronicle has found an outlet for some of its more outspoken critics — turning complaints into podcasts. And it all started with one irate reader who had a lot to say about an article on remote-control spy planes.
• Vietnam Expands Protection for People with HIV
  Vietnam is embarking on a campaign to end discrimination against people with AIDS and HIV. A new law will give new rights and protections to people with HIV, and the country is expanding the number of people getting treatment for AIDS.
• Military Shows Off Experimental Heat Ray
  The military demonstrates a "heat ray" developed as a way to disperse threatening crowds. Officials say the electro-magnetic device does no permanent damage, but makes people feel as if their skin is burning.
• War Critic Watada Faces Court Martial
  Lt. Ehren Watada refuses to deploy to Iraq, making him a hero to some who oppose the war. But many have criticized his actions, and his court martial begins Monday. If convicted, he could spend four years in prison.
• U.S., Iraqi Forces Clamp Down on Baghdad
  U.S. and Iraqi commanders say the command structure for an increase in American and Iraqi forces is being put in place. The next step is to flood the streets of Baghdad with troops.
• Oakland Schools Revise Policy on Head Lice
  The Oakland public schools have quietly re-evaluated their policy on head lice. Students with the annoying parasites are no longer barred from school. Officials say the new policy is a more rational approach to how lice are spread.
• Senate Set for Debate on Iraq Resolution
  Monday, the Senate begins debate on a resolution to oppose the president's troop increase. Democrats struggle with a more aggressive tactic — cutting off funds — for fear of being accused of neglecting troop needs.
• Bird-Flu Virus Found on British Turkey Farm
  Britain has recorded its first case of the H5N1 bird flu virus. U.N. officials say the virus was quickly contained. The virus appears to be confined to one farm, where more than 150,000 turkeys were slaughtered.
• Colts Top Bears to Claim Super Bowl Title
  The Indianapolis Colts overcome heavy rain and the Chicago Bears for a 29-17 victory in Sunday's Super Bowl. Colts' quarterback Peyton Manning was named the game's MVP. Tony Dungy is the first black coach to win the championship.
• Concerto in Rhythm with Tap-Dance Revival
  A newly composed concerto for orchestra and tap dancer showcases the beauty of tap, which is enjoying a bit of a revival. Composer Rob Kapilow wrote the part of the dancer like a drum solo, without really knowing what the steps might be.
• How Do I Want to Be Remembered?
  For cancer patients, death hovers over everything. It feels sometimes that Death is sitting in the corner, looking at his watch. And when it comes to funerals, there's really one major issue: How do we want to be remembered?
• No More Clicking and Dragging?
  Microsoft Office 2007 has a new look, designed to limit the need to use a mouse. It may signal a change in how computers are used — in some ways, a return to the early days.
• Super Bowl Ads Seen as Scary Experience
  Researchers at UCLA tracked several viewers' brain activity as they watched Super Bowl ads, gauging their emotional reaction. In many cases, the ads produced feelings of anxiety and fear.
• Bush Supplies Congress with Bill for War
  The Bush administration's funding request for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan will reach $245 billion for the next two years — but that's just the beginning.
• Will Budget Time Be a Bipartisan Event?
  President Bush sends his budget to Capitol Hill on Monday. What are its chances of getting through a Congress now controlled by Democrats? And how are the president's efforts to boost bipartisan cooperation going?

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